Newcastle sign Mikel Merino: Dortmund midfielder discusses loan move

Newcastle brought Merino in for a medical earlier this week and have finally confirmed the deal.
"It feels good and I'm very happy to be here, to be part of this club," Merino said.
"I'm looking forward to touching the ball, meeting my new team-mates and starting to play football.
"I know it's a great club and a really nice city. I had different options but I think this is the right place for me to play."
Merino, 21, only joined Dortmund last season from hometown club Osasuna.
Toon manager Rafa Benitez added: "Mikel is a midfielder with talent, an under-21... read more

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